Bring flightsim headtracking to the next level with the TrackIR2 which is now available from eDimensional. With the TrackIR2 flightsimmers can use natural head movements to look around their flightsim environment, freeing hands up for flying the plane. Learn more about the new TrackIR2 here. View the 3D Glasses to go with Track IR here.
Resources:
You can buy Track IR2 Here
You can view the 3D Glasses to go with TrackIR2 Here
The TrackIR2 uses an infra-red sytem to track your head movements, using technology created for military targeting systems.
As you move your head, the TrackIR2 sends a real-time stream of instructions to your computer via USB to move the mouse pointer or pan your view in game play.
Every TrackIR2 package includes:
- the TrackIR2
- 26 dots
- software CD-ROM
- user's manual
Hands Free Gaming Controller
The NaturalPoint TrackIR2 is the perfect enhancement for gamers and simmers looking for a competitive edge and an enhanced virtual reality experience. Imagine controlling your field of view in first person shooters, flight simulators, and many other types of games by simply looking around!
Resources:
You can buy Track IR2 Here
You can view the 3D Glasses to go with TrackIR2 Here
How It Works:
In passive mode, the TrackIR2™ uses four infrared LEDs located behind the opaque front lens to illuminate reflective material such as a dot or ring.
A camera inside the TrackIR2™ unit picks up this reflection and transmits the image data to a chip where it is processed.
Information on the size, shape, and position of the reflected object is passed on to your computer via the USB port where it is translated by the TrackIR2™ software into cursor movement.
In active mode, the LEDs inside the TrackIR2™ unit are turned off, and a device that emits infrared light, such as the wand, acts as the tracked object.
The TrackIR2™ was specifically designed to be used in many different applications. Most all applications that involve object tracking can be explored using the TrackIR2™. The USB driver calls are available to any user to get right at the source image data. Whether you want to track facial expression or doors opening for security applications, the TrackIR2™ can be utilized.
The TrackIR2™ is an optical tracking system comprised of a CMOS imager, illuminating infrared LEDs and processing electronics. Infrared light is emitted from the LEDs and is reflected back to the imager by a corner cube reflector (3M safety material). This reflected light is imaged by a CMOS sensor and the video signal is passed to the preprocessing electronics. The video signal is thresholded against a reference level and all passing data is sent to the USB microcontroller to send to the PC for object tracking. In order to increase the signal to noise ratio an IR filter that passes only 800nm and above is placed between the imager lens and the outside world.
Image data that passes the threshold is sent as segments in a raster scan arrangement over USB to the host computer. The host software combines the segments together to form objects. Objects are then either tracked or rejected based on size and motion properties. The resulting valid objects motion is translated into cursor position through several filters and scalars.
The TrackIR2™ can image any IR source; typically this is reflective material or an active IR source such as an LED. A user may track many different objects by placing reflective dots or LEDs on the object. The TrackIR2™ has a 30 degree field of view and anything being tracked must stay in that field of view. Multiple TrackIR2™s can be arrayed from a USB hub to expand the tracking coverage.
No Bulky Headset to Wear
Unlike other head tracking game controllers and mouse replacements, the TrackIR2 works without a cumbersome headset or any other hardware attached to you. Just peel off one of our tiny reflective dot stickers, put the TrackIR2 unit on top of your monitor, and you're ready to go.
Resources:
You can buy Track IR2 Here
You can view the 3D Glasses to go with TrackIR2 Here
Two Modes of Operation :
Mouse Emulation Mode
In mouse mode, the TrackIR2 takes control of your pointer or mouse view game function. Simply move your head in the direction you wish to look and your view changes accordingly. The TrackIR2 mouse mode can be used with any game that lets you control your view with a mouse.
TrackIR2 Enhanced Mode
TrackIR2 Enhanced mode brings a level of accuracy and reliability to sims and games not available with any other headtracking product by putting optimized TrackIR2 support directly into many of the most popular simulation titles.
TrackIR2 Enhanced titles include:
- Microsoft Fight Simulator 2004
- Microsoft Fight Simulator 2002
- IL-2 Sturmovik: Forgotten Battles
- Lock-On: Modern Air Combat
- Falcon 4: Operation Infinite Resolve
- Strike Fighters: Project 1
- Enemy Engaged : Commanche Versus Hokum
- Battle of Britain
Mouse Emulation
In mouse emulation mode, the TrackIR2 takes over control of your pointer or mouse view game function. Simply move your head in the direction you wish to look and your view changes accordingly. The TrackIR2 mouse mode can be used with any game that lets you control your view with a mouse or key commands. The TrackIR2 does not interfere with your current mouse in any way. If you want to use the mouse, just start moving it and the TrackIR2 will relinquish control. Stop using your mouse, and the TrackIR2 takes over again.
Resources:
You can buy Track IR2 Here
You can view the 3D Glasses to go with TrackIR2 Here
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